Desk Review Appraisal Services

What This Service Involves

A desk review is an appraisal review performed without a new inspection of the subject property. The reviewer examines an existing appraisal report to assess its accuracy, completeness, and the support for its conclusions. The underlying question is whether the original report is credible and well-supported.

A desk review is distinct from a desktop appraisal, which is a new valuation developed without an interior inspection. A desk review does not produce a new opinion of value of the property; it evaluates the work of another appraiser.

The deliverable depends on the agreed assignment scope, which may include reviewing the data, analysis, and conclusions of the original report.

What the Analysis Considers

The factors considered depend on the agreed scope of the assignment and the information available. Relevant considerations may include:

• The data and comparable sales used in the original report
• The analysis and valuation approaches applied in the original report
• The support for the original conclusions
• The intended use of the review and intended users
• Assignment limitations and available information

How the Assignment Works

1. 1

   Scope confirmation

   We confirm the intended use of the review, the intended users, and what aspects of the original report to evaluate.

2. 2

   Report examination

   We review the original appraisal report, its data, analysis, and conclusions.

3. 3

   Market research

   Where appropriate, we research the comparable sales and market data cited in the original report.

4. 4

   Analysis

   We assess the accuracy, completeness, and support of the original report's conclusions.

5. 5

   Review delivery

   We deliver a written review consistent with the agreed scope and applicable professional standards.